Hogan is included with purchase of the newly released children’s book.

The Big E is a great event for everyone of all ages. From agriculture, car shows, horse exhibits, crafts, food, and BOOKS!

The award-winning author, Connie Bombaci, will be signing her book, Hogan's Hope, in the Connecticut Building. Personalized copies make wonderful gifts, and attendees can get a very special present as well as an early start on holiday shopping.

Hogan's Hope is the inspirational story of a deaf dog who escaped death during the time when the prevalent belief was that deaf dogs needed to be destroyed. It is the tale of a legendary deaf canine champion who endured severe abuse and prevailed as he turned upside down the myths of deaf dogs being dumb, difficult to train, and harmful. Hogan learned over seventy words in American Sign Language, engaged in normal puppy activities, and provided the hope of life, not death for deaf dogs worldwide. Through perseverance and enduring hope, Hogan's courage provided inspiration to anyone, human or pet, that success and genuine love are truly possible. This heroic deaf dog continues to reveal that by choosing hope, anyone's dreams can come true, and the world can be filled with steadfast faith, pure joy, and unconditional love. It's a story like none other.

Profits from the sales of the book, Hogan's Hope, will be donated to non-profit animal organizations such as the CT Humane Society and deployed service personnel.

“Dive into this wonderful book and learn more about this intrepid pair as well as the power of love and persistence against seemingly stacked odds. Sit! Read! Enjoy!” -–Dr. Nicholas H. Dodman, Professor Emeritus, Animal Behaviorist, Tufts University

The multi-award-winning author, Connie Bombaci, will be signing her book, Hogan's Hope, at the Barnes and Noble in the Christiana Mall, Newark, DE! Personalized copies make wonderful gifts, and shoppers can get a very special present for a friend or family member — or themselves.

Judea, Connie's deaf pup and licensed service dog, will be greeting customers to demonstrate what loving family members deaf dogs can make and how the myths regarding deaf dogs are untrue.

“Dive into this wonderful book and learn more about this intrepid pair as well as the power of love and persistence against seemingly stacked odds. Sit! Read! Enjoy!” - Dr. Nicholas H. Dodman, Professor Emeritus, Animal Behaviorist, Tufts University

“One of the most emotionally satisfying and enriching books I have ever read”- Rosie Malezer, Readers Favorite

The multi award-winning book, Hogan's Hope, will be at this year's Shoreline Spring Festival & Pet Adoption. Creations by Sandra will be complementing the booth with beautiful, hand-painted glassware. Visitors can obtain author-signed copies as a very special edition to their book collection or as thoughtful gifts for family and friends. Add a unique and very special glass as well. Portions of the profits from the sales will be donated to our deployed soldiers and animal rescue.

Come enjoy a walk on the Madison Green, meet the author, and get a special author-signed copy of Hogan's Hope. Remember, as an added bonus, you can get a complementing glass or mug to sip your favorite beverage as you read!

60 artisan booths and specialty foods will offer a variety of items for visitors.

Many dogs and cats seeking new homes hosted by the Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter.

The multi-award-winning author, Connie Bombaci, will be signing her book, Hogan's Hope, at the Westport Barnes and Noble! Personalized copies make wonderful gifts, and shoppers can get a very special present for a friend or family member — or themselves.

Judea, Connie's deaf pup and licensed service dog, will be greeting customers to demonstrate what loving family members deaf dogs can make and how the myths regarding deaf dogs are untrue.

Profits from the sales of the book, Hogan's Hope, will be donated to non-profit animal organizations and deployed service personnel.

“Dive into this wonderful book and learn more about this intrepid pair as well as the power of love and persistence against seemingly stacked odds. Sit! Read! Enjoy!” - Dr. Nicholas H. Dodman, Professor Emeritus, Animal Behaviorist, Tufts University

“One of the most emotionally satisfying and enriching books I have ever read”- Rosie Malezer, Readers Favorite

The award-winning author, Connie Bombaci, will be signing her book, Hogan's Hope, at the Booklovers' Gourmet! Personalized copies make wonderful gifts, and shoppers can get a very special present as well as an early start on holiday shopping.

Judea, Connie's deaf pup and licensed service dog, will be greeting customers to demonstrate what loving family members deaf dogs can make and how the myths regarding deaf dogs are untrue.

Profits from the sales of the book, Hogan's Hope, will be donated to non-profit animal organizations and deployed service personnel.

“Dive into this wonderful book and learn more about this intrepid pair as well as the power of love and persistence against seemingly stacked odds. Sit! Read! Enjoy!” - Dr. Nicholas H. Dodman, Professor Emeritus, Animal Behaviorist, Tufts University

“One of the most emotionally satisfying and enriching books I have ever read”- Rosie Malezer, Readers Favorite

Hogan's Hope is the inspirational story of a deaf dog who escaped death during the time when the prevalent belief was that deaf dogs needed to be destroyed. It is the tale of a legendary deaf canine champion who endured severe abuse and prevailed as he turned upside down the myths of deaf dogs being dumb, difficult to train, and harmful. Hogan learned over seventy words in American Sign Language, engaged in normal puppy activities, and provided the hope of life, not death for deaf dogs worldwide. Through perseverance and enduring hope, Hogan's courage provided inspiration to anyone, human or pet, that success and genuine love are truly possible. This heroic deaf dog continues to reveal that by choosing hope, anyone's dreams can come true, and the world can be filled with steadfast faith, pure joy, and unconditional love. It's a story like none other.

Connie Bombaci, a retired educator, is resolute in her love for animals, belief in the goodness of all God’s creations, and desire to provide encouragement no matter what the challenge. She appeared with Hogan on Oprah, Dateline, Jack Hanna’s Animal Adventures, and Amazing Tails and lives with her family in Connecticut.

The award-winning book, Hogan's Hope, will be returning to the 2018 Family Pet Expo in Hartford. Author Connie Bombaci states, "Profits from our sales will be donated to the Connecticut Humane Society. Hogan was rescued by the CHS where we were able to adopt this extraordinary pup who brought great hope and inspiration to lives of so many. We want his legacy to continue."

“Dive into this wonderful book and learn more about this intrepid pair as well as the power of love and persistence against seemingly stacked odds. Sit! Read! Enjoy!” -–Dr. Nicholas H. Dodman, Professor Emeritus, Animal Behaviorist, Tufts University

“One of the most emotionally satisfying and enriching books I have ever read”- Rosie Malezer, Readers Favorite

Hogan's Hope is a multi-award-winner.2018 Benjamin Franklin Book Awards Silver Medal for Animals/Pet2018 Dan Poynter Legacy Award for Non-fiction2018 Global Ebook Awards, Gold for Book Trailer2018 Global Ebook Awards, Gold for Non-Fiction Animals/Pets2018 Next Generation Indie Book Award, Winner for Animals/Pets2018 Next Generation Indie Book Awards, Finalist for Inspirational Non-Fiction2018 International Book Awards, Finalist for Narrative Non-Fiction Animals/Pets2017 Best Book Awards, Finalist for Animals/Pets

"We are looking forward to continuing the Connecticut Pet show, with some improvements and additional shows within our show! First and foremost we have moved the show to a pet-friendly facility so now pet parents can bring their well-behaved leashed pets with them,” said Dennis Garetano of Family Pet Shows. Garetano went on to say, “We have pets attend all our other shows in Pennsylvania and New York – everything from dogs, cats, pot-bellied pigs, miniature horses, ferrets – so we are very happy to make the CT show pet-friendly now!" The show will stay in Hartford and has been moved to the XL Center in 2017, making the show pet-friendly and at a larger facility to offer more to Connecticut pet lovers. “The Pet Show has always been the premier event for Connecticut pet lovers. As our business expands we realized the Connecticut Pet Show would be best produced by Family Pet Shows, as they are the experts producing stellar pet events. We feel the Garetano’s are positioned to take the Connecticut Pet Show to the next level,” stated Wesley Jenks, Vice President of Jenks Productions.

Family Pet Shows has been producing consumer pet shows for more than 20 years and currently have 3 shows in Pennsylvania (Greater Philadelphia Pet Expo in Oaks PA, Lehigh Valley Pet Expo in Allentown, PA and the Morgantown Pet Expo in PA) , 2 shows on Long Island, (Long Island Pet Expo in the Park, every September in Copiague, NY and their larger show Long Island Pet Expo, every March at Suffolk Community College in Brentwood, NY). Family Pet Shows is excited having the Connecticut Pet Show as a big event on their roster.

Because of the overwhelming success at the June book signing event, the multi-award-winning author, Connie Bombaci, is returning to Sun Rose Words & More for the Fall Block Party.

Asbury Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic from 5th – 14th. Streets on Asbury Ave. Over 400 crafters, food vendors, music, and more. In the evening, fireworks over the boardwalk from 6th – 14th Streets.

Hogan's Hope returns to Sun Rose!

The award-winning author, Connie Bombaci, will be signing her book, Hogan's Hope. Personalized copies make wonderful gifts, and shoppers can get a very special present as well as an early start on holiday shopping.

Hogan's Hope is the inspirational story of a deaf dog who escaped death during the time when the prevalent belief was that deaf dogs needed to be destroyed. It is the tale of a legendary deaf canine champion who endured severe abuse and prevailed as he turned upside down the myths of deaf dogs being dumb, difficult to train, and harmful. Hogan learned over seventy words in American Sign Language, engaged in normal puppy activities, and provided the hope of life, not death for deaf dogs worldwide. Through perseverance and enduring hope, Hogan's courage provided inspiration to anyone, human or pet, that success and genuine love are truly possible. This heroic deaf dog continues to reveal that by choosing hope, anyone's dreams can come true, and the world can be filled with steadfast faith, pure joy, and unconditional love. It's a story like none other.

Profits from the sales of the book, Hogan's Hope, will be donated to non-profit animal organizations such as the OCNJ Humane Society and deployed service personnel.

“Dive into this wonderful book and learn more about this intrepid pair as well as the power of love and persistence against seemingly stacked odds. Sit! Read! Enjoy!” - Dr. Nicholas H. Dodman, Professor Emeritus, Animal Behaviorist, Tufts University

“One of the most emotionally satisfying and enriching books I have ever read”- Rosie Malezer, Readers Favorite

Connie, the award-winning author of Hogan’s Hope, and her deaf dog, Judea, will be visiting the Chester Library on September 29. Connie will be giving her inspirational presentation on hope and how we can all gain and give love and acceptance no matter what our challenge. She will show attendees how deaf dogs can learn to understand American Sign Language and perform other normal, doggie activities. Participants will watch first-hand just how wonderful deaf dogs can be and how, by choosing hope, their own dreams can come true, no matter what the challenge.

Award-winning author, Connie Bombaci, will be personalizing copies of the book, Hogan's Hope, during the 2018 Chester Dog Fair on September 15 and 16 from 10:00-3:00 each day. Profits from the sale will be donated to Homeward Bound CT whose mission is to "find homes for the thousands of dogs languishing and dying in kill shelters across the country. Please consider opening your heart and home to a shelter dog the next time you add a canine member to your family."

Profits from the sales of the book, Hogan's Hope, will be donated to Homeward Bound and their extraordinary efforts to save our precious animals.

“Dive into this wonderful book and learn more about this intrepid pair as well as the power of love and persistence against seemingly stacked odds. Sit! Read! Enjoy!” -–Dr. Nicholas H. Dodman, Professor Emeritus, Animal Behaviorist, Tufts University

“One of the most emotionally satisfying and enriching books I have ever read”- Rosie Malezer, Readers Favorite

Hogan's Hope is a multi-award-winner. A few include:2018 Benjamin Franklin Book Awards Silver Medal for Animals/Pet2018 Dan Poynter Legacy Award for Non-fiction2018 Global Ebook Awards, Gold for Book Trailer2018 Global Ebook Awards, Gold for Non-Fiction Animals/Pets2018 Next Generation Indie Book Award, Winner for Animals/Pets2018 Next Generation Indie Book Awards, Finalist for Inspirational Non-Fiction2018 International Book Awards, Finalist for Narrative Non-Fiction Animals/Pets2017 Best Book Awards, Finalist for Animals/Pets

“Fantasy takes flight when you step back to the past at The 20th Annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire. It’s a time to play and unwind, to feast and drink, and a time to celebrate life the old-fashioned way…Open up a whole new world for your pet when you attend [the] PET & MARKETPLACE weekend. This is your pet’s chance to shine in daily contests!It’s also Marketplace weekend and your chance to earn points for shopping at the Faire that can be redeemed for complimentary return admission.”Connie Bombaci will be at the CT Renaissance Faire with her award-winning book, Hogan's Hope. Judea, her deaf pup, will be greeting folks to show guests what wonderful family members deaf dogs can be.

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Connie Bombaci will be signing her award-winning book, Hogan's Hope, at the Sun Rose Bookstore in her family's favorite vacation spot, Ocean City, New Jersey. This book signing is extra special and is hosted by the 2017 Best in Community Service. Customers enjoy a wide array of items from words to music.

Connie's family has been vacationing in this beautiful town since the 1920's and continues annually with large gatherings of parents, children, grandchildren, aunts, uncles, cousins, and more. Be sure to mark your calendars now! Connie loves meeting new readers and thanks this beautiful, welcoming establishment.

Join authors Connie Bombaci and Shawn Flynn at the lovely Bank Square Book Store in downtown Mystic, CT. Connie, along with her deaf dog, Judea, will be greeting readers about her book, "Hogan's Hope: A Deaf Hero’s Inspirational Quest for Love and Acceptance." Shawn will be sharing his story of "THE KITTY Who Rescued Me After I Rescued Him," Customers will be able to get personalized, author signed copies of these award-winning books.

Once again, because of the overwhelming success of past visits, authors, Connie Bombaci and Shawn Flynn, return to the Barnes & Noble in Stamford, Connecticut for a fifth time! These award-winning authors will be on hand signing their books, Hogan's Hope and THE KITTY.

Judea, deaf dog, will greet visitors and demonstrate what loving family members deaf dogs can make. Love and acceptance are the key ingredients!

Come celebrate the Memorial Day weekend and surprise your favorite people with personalized copies of these award-winning, heart-warming stories.

Join Connecticut authors in raising funds for the Colchester Dog Park! Connie Bombaci and Shawn Flynn will be signing copies of their books, Hogan's Hope and THE KITTY, respectfully, for this fun and worthwhile cause.

Book readers will be able to obtain their very own, author-signed copies of the award-winning books, Hogan's Hope and THE KITTY. Authors, Connie Bombaci and Shawn Flynn, will greet visitors along with a special guest, Judea, the deaf dog who understands American Sign Language and loves meeting everyone. With Mother's Day on Sunday, these make wonderful and extra-special gifts. Surprise all your mothers, grandmothers, aunts, friends ... with a personalized copy of two heart-warming, must-read stories!

Connie Bombaci was selected in the audition to present a "tail" from Hogan's Hope.

Anyone who loves a good story is in for a real treat. And if you love animals? Even better.

Seats are on sale now for “Tell Me Another: Tails,” a storytelling show set for Saturday, April 21, 6:30 to 10 p.m., benefiting Connecticut Humane Society pets. Eight storytellers will take to the stage at the Town and County Club, 22 Woodland St., Hartford, to share personal tales (err, tails) of life experiences that all center around animals, according to a press release from the Humane Society.

Along with a great show, guests can also look forward to delicious hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and a silent auction (think getaways, works of art and culinary packages). The evening includes free on-site parking.

All funds raised at the storytelling event will benefit lifesaving care of pets at CHS. Pets like Norman, a 3-year-old cat found outside as a stray who needed eye surgery in CHS’ medical department and has gone to a new, loving home. And like Mandi, a 10-year-old bulldog/boxer mix who had a mass removed and was monitored for a heart murmur at CHS before finding her new family.

With each pet at CHS receiving full-service medical treatment — ranging from spays, neuters and vaccinations to more complex expert care — by a staff veterinary team, funds for medical care are needed more than ever before. Proceeds from “Tell Me Another: Tails” will support this lifesaving medical attention.

Reserve seats at chstails.auction-bid.org. Anyone interested in nabbing one of the eight storyteller spots can pitch a personal story to CHS by visiting bit.ly/TellYourAnimalStory. Five winners with great stories will be chosen for the opportunity and workshop their piece with Terry Wolfisch Cole, one of the event’s three featured storytellers.

Each year Super Pet Expo brings thousands of pet lovers together for three days in a shopping and entertainment extravaganza. Join authors Connie Bombaci and Shawn Flynn at the Super Pet Expo in Edison, New Jersey for a fun-filled weekend of nothing but pets! Shawn and Connie will be signing copies of their books, Hogan's Hope and THE KITTY.

Deaf dog, Judea, will be making her appearance and welcoming guests at the author table.

Join authors Connie Bombaci and Shawn Flynn at Barnes & Noble in Wilmington, Delaware on Saturday, February 10th. Connie will be talking about her book, "Hogan's Hope: A Deaf Hero’s Inspirational Quest for Love and Acceptance" while Shawn will be sharing his story of "THE KITTY Who Rescued Me After I Rescued Him" Hope to see you there!

Join authors Connie Bombaci and Shawn Flynn at the Greater Philadelphia Pet Expo on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, January 12th - 14th, at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave, Oaks, PA, for a fun-filled weekend of nothing but pets! Shawn and Connie will be signing copies of their books, Hogan's Hope and THE KITTY.

Deaf dog, Judea, will be making her appearance and welcoming guests at the author table.

Join Award-Winning authors, Connie Bombaci, and Shawn Flynn as they continue their popular book signing tour and visit the Barnes & Noble in Exton, PA. Holiday shoppers looking for last-minute presents will be able to obtain very special gifts for their family and friends by purchasing personalized copies of the books, Hogan's Hope and THE KITTY. Books make the perfect gift for everyone!

Deaf dog, Judea, will meet and greet customers and demonstrate the wonderful bond and love that a deaf pup has to offer.

Shop Local!!Authors: Connie Bombaci and her dog, Hogan's HopeDeaf dogs are often destroyed, mistreated, or abandoned. Hogan’s Hope is the tale of a legendary deaf canine hero who, after being rescued from neglect, prevailed as he learned over 65 signs in American Sign Language and thereby providing the hope of life for many deaf dogs worldwide. His courage to overcome challenges and prejudice continues to give inspiration to anyone, human or pet, that accomplishment, success, and genuine love are truly possible. Through his lifetime of determination, his story offers us the promise that we are capable of achieving an amazingly “ordinary” life and a life away from isolation. From hardship to success, hope gave the inspiration for overcoming any challenge. His journey of valor reveals dreams come true and offers insight into the world of true faith, unconditional love, and endless hope. Indeed, it is a story that needs to be told. Read and gain immeasurable hope!

Shawn Flynn, The KittyA touching and inspiring story of heartfelt companionship, The Kitty offers an uplifting perspective on what it means to find true friendship in this world. Anyone who has ever shared a meaningful connection with a pet will fall head over heels in love with Kitty and Shawn.As Shawn discovers, sometimes we don't even realize we need to be rescued--until we are.

Penny Goetjen, The Empty Chair, and Murder on the PrecipiceThe Empty Chair: Young Olivia travels to the Virgin Islands to settle affairs after receiving word her mother, a highly acclaimed photographer on St. Thomas, has perished in a boating accident, but island police have no record of her death or even the accident. Could her mother still be alive? Olivia desperately needs the truth, if she has to find it herself.A bar brawl. A break-in and robbery. Her mother’s Caribbean bungalow ransacked. Can things get any worse at picturesque Magens Bay? Olivia’s search takes a sinister turn when a charming man, claiming to be her mother’s lover, is shot and she’s the prime suspect.Murder on the Precipice:Set in an old family run inn on the rocky, tumultuous coast of Maine, Murder on the Precipice is a captivating mystery page-turner. Elizabeth, a successful Manhattan interior designer, grew up in the inn and is thrilled to leave behind her tyrannical boss and the big city for a few days after her grandmother asks her to return to her childhood home. Upon her arrival, Elizabeth learns a young female guest is missing in a case that is eerily similar to an unsolved disappearance on the property years earlier so she makes it her mission to find the girl and save the inn. But in her search for answers, Elizabeth uncovers shocking details that challenge everything she thought she knew about her herself, her family and her past.

Connie Bombaci and deaf pup, Judea, will be appearing with other fellow Connecticut authors at the Holiday Craft Fair in the South Windsor High School. Her book, Hogan's Hope, will be on sale and available for a personalized autograph just in time for the holiday, gift-giving season.

Dog and Cat Lovers Unite!!! Connie Bombaci and Shawn Flynn continue their Barnes & Noble tour in Stamford, Connecticut on Saturday, October 28 at 1:00 PM. Connie will talk about her book, Hogan's Hope, the tale of a deaf canine who, after being rescued from neglect, prevailed as he learned American Sign Language. Shawn will talk about his book, THE KITTY, a heart-warming story that reveals how the pets we love sometimes turn around and care for us. Judea, Connie's deaf pup, will be in attendance to demonstrate just how deaf dogs can become wonderful family members.

Pet-loving, Connecticut authors, Connie Bombaci and Shawn Flynn, continue to team together for an author appearance and book signing of their books, "Hogan's Hope: A Deaf Hero's Inspirational Quest for Love and Acceptance" and "THE KITTY Who Rescued Me After I Rescued Him." Dog and cat lovers come to enjoy being entertained by this author duo who bring genuine warmth about our four-legged family members to their readers.

Connie Bombaci will be visiting the Connecticut Building at the Big E in West Springfield, Massachusetts on September 30 from 1:30 - 5:00 PM to sign her book, Hogan's Hope: A Deaf Hero's Inspirational Quest for Love and Acceptance. Hogan's life is revealed as he journeys from severe abuse to triumphant success. Additionally, Connie's deaf dog, Judea, will be in attendance to show customers just how wonderful a deaf pup can be.

Pet-loving, Connecticut authors, Connie Bombaci and Shawn Flynn, team together for an author appearance and book signing of their books, Hogan's Hope and The Kitty. Dog and cat lovers, alike, will enjoy being entertained by this author duo who bring a special warmth and reaching out to their readers. Deaf pup, Judea, will also greet folks and demonstrate what wonderful family members deaf dogs can be.